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FV12 ASZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,384 mi
Last recorded83,384 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 ASZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 83,384 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a' . (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 80,222 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 80,222 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 76,989 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 72,569 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 68,189 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 63,713 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 61,295 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone 'a'. (3.2 (a) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 21 Mar 2019 54,659 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 49,108 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 49,108 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 44,539 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall cut. Cords not exposed

Pass 17 Mar 2016 39,048 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 31,446 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 31,446 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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FV12 ASZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV12 ASZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV12 ASZ registered?

FV12 ASZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is FV12 ASZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 ASZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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